2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1976 Volvo 66
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volvo 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volvo 66 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volvo 66 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1976 Volvo 66. (56 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1976 Volvo 66.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Volvo 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volvo 66. (94 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volvo 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1976 Volvo 66 | |
| Make | Fiat | Volvo |
| Model | Panda | 66 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1550 mm |
